To Win Their Races, Black Politicians Confront a New Landscape
services has allowed Ms. Strickland to combine her background with a politically popular position. “The most successful Black
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Smith Announces Bipartisan Effort to Increase Male Educators and Mentors
full list of supporting organizations and statements. Background: America’s schools and communities are facing shortages of teachers
At HELP Hearing, Murray Grills Trump’s Secretary of Labor Nominee on Wasteful Interagency Agreements, Trump’s Anti-Worker Agenda
going to companies to get the proper background checks. So this rule will allow third parties to come … payroll, to properly manage their ability to do background checks, and have more workers and continuity of care
Reps Schrier, Langworthy Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Lower Prescription Drug Costs by Expanding Access to Biosimilars
medicine more accessible for patients across the country.” BACKGROUND: Biologics are among the most advanced medicines available, treating
Drs. Schrier, Joyce, and Murphy Introduce Bipartisan Patients First Act
what this legislation is designed to achieve." KEY BACKGROUND: The Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization
Reps. Smith, Khanna, Sánchez, and Williams Introduce Protecting American Homes from Hedge Funds Act
Street landlords out of our single-family homes." Background Following the 2008 housing crisis, large private equity firms
ICYMI: Congresswoman Schrier, Local Leaders Hold Roundtable Discussion on Deteriorating Wilderness Conditions at the Enchantments
Lyons, among other local leaders and advocates. BACKGROUND: The Trump Administration’s Forest Service cuts forced the Wenatchee
Randall, Casar, Norton Introduce Bill to Prevent FAFSA Data From Being Used for Immigration Enforcement
students regardless of their financial need or family background.” The full bill text is available HERE
Cantwell Releases Bipartisan Bill to Stabilize College Sports, Protect Athletes & Expand Revenue Sharing
roster management, NIL activity, or game-planning functions. Background on Sen. Cantwell’s Work on College Sports
Jayapal, Krishnamoorthi, Lieu Introduce Resolution Condemning Trump’s Racist Rhetoric Targeting Indian and Chinese Americans
resolution also reaffirms that immigrants of all backgrounds are vital to the strength and future of the United
Jayapal, Hirono Introduce Legislation to Ensure AANHPI Students are Accounted for in Schools
diverse communities and recognize the differences in their backgrounds, experiences, and challenges faced. By disaggregating AANHPI student data
Congresswoman Schrier Joins Colleagues to Advance Bipartisan Farm Bill
they need to continue to feed our country.” BACKGROUND: The Farm Bill was enacted into
Strickland Introduces Bill Addressing Toxic Chemical Killing Pacific Northwest Salmon
6PPD work. Read the full bill text here. Background: For decades, biologists observed coho salmon dying from mysterious
Strickland Introduces Bill Addressing Toxic Chemical Killing Pacific Northwest Salmon
6PPD work. Read the full bill text here. Background: For decades, biologists observed coho salmon dying from mysterious
ICYMI: Senator Murray Tours Renton Technical College, Highlights Importance of Investing in Workforce Training and Career and Technical Education
student services programs for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds. TRIO includes eight programs targeted to serve and assist
In Letter, Murray, Cantwell Express Concern Over Proposed Student Loan Limits and Classification of Professional Degrees
students regardless of their socioeconomic status or background, especially for those pursuing graduate or professional training in essential … students regardless of their socioeconomic status or background, especially for those pursuing graduate or professional training in essential
Congressman Adam Smith statement on the ROTOR Act
public and prevent another catastrophic loss of life." BACKGROUND: Link to the text of the ROTOR Act. ### Issues
Murray, Padilla, Sanders Lead Senate Democrats in Demanding Department of Education Reverse its Decision to End Federal Funding for Minority-Serving Institutions
millions of students of all ethnicities and backgrounds by cutting off discretionary and mandatory funding. “This decision … adequately serve the students they enroll of all backgrounds. In addition to Senators Murray, Padilla, and Sanders
DelBene on Trump Tariff Vote: “Republicans knew all along these tariffs were hurting their constituents”
Senate must now take up this measure.” Background DelBene led the initial resolution to force the vote
Trump Cuts Lose; Larsen and Congress Fund Jobs, Education and Health Care
billion for TRIO, which help students from disadvantaged backgrounds access higher education; $12.4 billion for Impact Aid, which
WHAT They’re Saying: $6,316,000 for Local Washington Ninth District Community Projects Passes House and Senate
make our city safe for everyone of every background, and this work is essential to that vision.” — Katie … will enable such a response.” — Purpose Dignity Action Background Community Project Funding allows Members of Congress to direct
In Wake of Recent Natural Disasters, Cantwell Introduces Bipartisan Legislation Enabling Utilities to Invest in System Upgrades
cosponsored by U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC). Background on the Disaster Zone Energy Affordability and Investment
Larsen and House Democrats Demand that the Trump Administration Restore TPS for Venezuelans
abiding Venezuelan families, who passed criminal background checks, earned work permits, and paid fees and taxes. Hundreds
Senator Murray, Colleagues Demand Answers on Harms of Diverting Federal Agents for Immigration Enforcement
majority of immigrants arrested have no criminal background, many agents across the federal government have been pulled
Jayapal, Fletcher Demand Answers as Trump Cancels Immigration Applications, Citizenship Ceremonies
when the pause will be lifted, any new background and security checks that are being